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Updated 1 month, 2 weeks ago

OPINION: Junkyard in the sky?

Your views of the havens at night might be interrupted by non-heavenly objects passing by your binoculars.

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
WARS: There may be no good guys

The wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are obscene and abominable on many levels. For me one of the greatest is that my country — our USA — has become the Go To supplier of materiel to kill people.

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
THANKS: Boy Scouts’ food will help many

I would like to highlight the remarkable success of the recent Boy Scout food drive in our community. Their dedicated efforts led to an impressive donation of over 6,500 pounds of food to the Community Action Partn…

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
THANKS: To sponsors of veterans event

Rathdrum American Legion Post 154, the Northwest Guardian Riders and the city of Rathdrum wish to thank the following sponsors for their contribution to the success of our 2023 Veterans Recognition Event.

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
FREEDOM: From truth that does not destroy

I woke up this morning to Jesus’s words, “The truth shall set you free.” Sadly, there are a lot of people locally, in this country and around the world who think that the gun will set them free.

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
COUNTY PARK and REC PLAN: An urgent need

I am writing to express my concern about the lack of a comprehensive park and recreation master plan in Kootenai County, a critical issue highlighted by the recent rejection of the open space bond proposal on Nov. …

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
EDITORIAL: Justice served with Meyer appointment

Press congratulates Cynthia Meyer on being named to Idaho Supreme Court

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
OPINION: Better government with better elections

Elections are the foundation of American representative government. Bad elections result in bad government.

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
VETERANS DAY: Gratitude for coverage

Please let your crew at The Press know how wonderful your veterans section was in today’s paper.

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
SPANISH TRANSLATORS: Opportunity to embrace diversity, ensure inclusivity

The recent statements made by Mr. Norris regarding the impact of undocumented individuals on Kootenai County demand a nuanced discussion. Norris’s observations on the increased need for Spanish translators in law e…

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
VETERANS: Remember lack of support from Idaho congressmen

Never forget our military veterans who selflessly served our country.

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
RETRIBUTION: What will Trump do?

Coeur d’Alene people ask: Are we on Trump’s enemies list? For our human rights letters and for attending human rights events? For speaking at pro-choice rallies, volunteering at HREI, being a master mason? What doe…

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
EDITORIAL: Voters prevented major mistakes Tuesday

KCRCC's big investment paid minimal dividends

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
REGAN: Not telling the truth

REGAN: Not telling the truth

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
OPPOSING VIEWS: Held by those created by same source

OPPOSING VIEWS: Held by those created by same source

Updated 2 years, 11 months ago
VETERANS DAY: Should be every day

VETERANS DAY: Should be every day